Sinus Lift: What the Procedure Actually Involves
A sinus lift creates bone space for upper back-tooth implants. Here's what happens and how long recovery takes.
Dr. Ahmed Al-Rashid
Medical Director
Why needed
Upper back teeth sit close to the sinus cavity. When bone is thin, a sinus lift adds graft material to create space for implants.
Two techniques
Internal (crestal)
- For smaller lifts (2–4 mm)
- Done through the implant hole
- Quick, minimal swelling
- AED 3,500–5,500
Lateral window
- For larger lifts (4–10 mm)
- Window in the side wall of the sinus
- More invasive, more healing
- AED 6,000–9,000
Recovery
- 4–7 days mild discomfort
- No nose blowing for 2 weeks
- Sneeze with mouth open
- 4–6 months before implant placement (for lateral window)
Success rate
95–97% — highly predictable.
References
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- Journal of Oral Implantology
Referenced sources
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- Journal of Oral Implantology
Medical disclaimer. This article is informational and does not replace professional clinical advice. For a plan specific to your situation, book a consultation with a Paradise Dental specialist.
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